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SUMMARY:Art Exhibit: Photography by Rachel Deutmeyer – Green Hills Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Photography by Rachel Deutmeyer will be on display at our Green Hills Art Gallery May 10 – June 20.\n\nHours: Mon.-Fri.\,  8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.\nSat\, Sun\, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.\n  \nRachel Deutmeyer is an artist and educator living in Iowa. Her photography-based art explores inconsistencies of memory and connections to place beyond tangible perception. Abstractly tied to childhood memories and the significance of motherhood\, Deutmeyer’s work reflects lived experiences as places of joy\, sorrow\, contemplation and peace.\n  \nRaised in eastern Iowa\, Deutmeyer graduated with a B.A. in Graphic Design from Ashford University and an M.F.A. in Integrated Visual Arts from Iowa State University. Her artwork has been regionally and nationally exhibited with a recent solo exhibition of Everything Fades at the Dubuque Museum of Art in Dubuque\, Iowa.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/art-exhibit-photography-by-rachel-deutmeyer-green-hills-gallery/
LOCATION:Green Hills Art Gallery\, 2205 Green Hills Dr.\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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SUMMARY:Plant Sale Extravaganza - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Members-Only Early Access: Fri.\, May 9\n3 – 4 p.m.: Sustainer and Champion membership levels\n4 – 7 p.m.: All membership levels welcome \nPublic Sale: Sat.\, May 10 and Sun.\, May 11\nSat.\, May 10\, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sun.\, May 11\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nPlants for sale include perennials for sun and shade\, herbs and vegetables\, Iowa natives\, woody plants including trees\, “Quick Turn” shrubs and Buck roses\, container and bedding annuals\, houseplants and other topicals\, hanging baskets and All-American Selection (AAS) winners. \nTypically\, Mother’s Day weekend is the first frost free weekend in central Iowa for planting\, so bring mom and stock up on gems for your home garden. \nPlant Sale Extravaganza supports the Department of Ecology\, Evolution\, & Organismal Biology Graduate Student Organization\, the Graduate Student Horticulture Society\, the ISU Horticulture Club\, Reiman Gardens\, and the Story County Master Gardener Association. All plant purchases directly benefit each group’s programming. \nCredit card\, check\, and cash will all be accepted as payment. No admission fee required to shop at the Plant Sale Extravaganza. \nNo preregistration required.\nPlant Sale Extravaganza will be held rain or shine.\nAs a fundraiser\, all sales are final.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/plant-sale-extravaganza-reiman-gardens-3/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kevin Zhu\, violin Maxim Lando\, piano - Ames Town & Gown Chamber Music Association
DESCRIPTION:Sat.\, May 10\, 2025 | 7:30 p.m.\nMartha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall (300 Union Dr.)\, ISU \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKevin Zhu’s astonishing technical mastery and artistic sensibility have earned him major honors and accolades worldwide. The youngest recipient of the Yehudi Menuhin Competition in 2012\, he went on to win the Paganini International Competition six years later\, at 17. Recent concert tours have taken him to major stages of Berlin and  Beijing\, New York and Washington\, DC. His mentors at the Juilliard School were Itzhak Perlman and Li Lin. \nPraised for his “awesome technical command and maturity” (The Strad) and “absolute virtuosity\, almost blinding in its incredible purity” (L’ape musicale)\, Kevin has performed on the world’s largest stages. \nPianist Maxim Lando has been hailed by the New York Times for his “brilliance and infectious exuberance. ”  In 2017\, at age 15\, he performed on Carnegie Hall’s opening night gala with Chick Corea\, Lang Lang and the Philadelphia Orchestra.  And upon winning First Prize at the Young Concert Artists International Auditions the next year\, his recital debuts at Carnegie Hall’s Zankel Hall and the Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theater included Liszt’s complete Transcendental Etudes.  He was named a  Gilmore Young Artist\, as well as Musical America‘s New Artist of the Month and received the 2022 Vendome Grand Prize as well as First Prize in the Franz Liszt International Competition.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/kevin-zhu-violin-maxim-lando-piano-ames-town-gown-chamber-music-association/
LOCATION:Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall\, ISU\, 300 Union Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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SUMMARY:World Collage Day - Ames Community Arts Council & Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:To mark World Collage Day\, a hands-on collage event will be offered Sat.\, May 10\, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ames Public Library in the Farwell T. Brown Auditorium\, 515 Douglas Ave.\, Ames\, IA. \nThis event\, suitable for ages 14 and up\, is free but advanced registration is required to ensure your spot. Visit the APL calendar or call the adult services desk at 515-239-5646\, ext. 4 to register. \nCollage is the artistic technique of creating a composition by cutting and pasting together various unrelated paper images and materials into a new whole. \nThe day will begin with a short presentation from local artists about the various styles of collage. Attendees can then use a wide array of provided materials to create their own artwork to bring home. The artists\, Bob Anders\, Deb Anders-Bond\, Kathy Svec\, and Susan Norris\, will be available to offer advice and assistance. No experience necessary for what will be a leisurely day of crafting\, creating\, and experimenting. \nParticipants should bring a sack lunch and a pair of good scissors. Water\, coffee\, and snacks will be provided. Parking is available on the street or in the city lot north of the library. \nThis event is sponsored by Ames Community Arts Council\, Ames Public Library\, and local ACAC artist members. For more information\, email andersbond1977@gmail.com or visit the Arts Council (www.amesart.org) website. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/world-collage-day-ames-community-arts-council-ames-public-library/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Plant Sale Extravaganza - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Members-Only Early Access: Fri.\, May 9\n3 – 4 p.m.: Sustainer and Champion membership levels\n4 – 7 p.m.: All membership levels welcome \nPublic Sale\nSat.\, May 10\, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sun.\, May 11\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nPlants for sale include perennials for sun and shade\, herbs and vegetables\, Iowa natives\, woody plants including trees\, “Quick Turn” shrubs and Buck roses\, container and bedding annuals\, houseplants and other topicals\, hanging baskets and All-American Selection (AAS) winners. \nTypically\, Mother’s Day weekend is the first frost free weekend in central Iowa for planting\, so bring mom and stock up on gems for your home garden. \nPlant Sale Extravaganza supports the Department of Ecology\, Evolution\, & Organismal Biology Graduate Student Organization\, the Graduate Student Horticulture Society\, the ISU Horticulture Club\, Reiman Gardens\, and the Story County Master Gardener Association. All plant purchases directly benefit each group’s programming. \nCredit card\, check\, and cash will all be accepted as payment. No admission fee required to shop at the Plant Sale Extravaganza. \nNo preregistration required.\nPlant Sale Extravaganza will be held rain or shine.\nAs a fundraiser\, all sales are final.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/plant-sale-extravaganza-reiman-gardens-2/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Searching for Stories through Sound\, Violinist Kevin Zhu - Friends of Ames Strings and Ames Town & Gown
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Ames Strings and Ames Town & Gown Chamber Music Association Present  Violinist\, Kevin Zhu \nhttps://www.friendsofamesstrings.com/home/kevin-zhu-recital \nSearching for Stories through Sound \nFri.\, May 9 | 6 – 7 p.m. \nNorthcrest Community Room (2300 Northcrest Pkwy\, Ames) \nTHIS IS A FREE COMMUNITY EVENT \nwww.kevinzhuviolin.com \n\nZhu is an American violinist and an international touring artist receiving worldwide praise for his technical mastery and artistic style.\nHe became the youngest winner of the Yehudi Menuhin International Competition for Young Violinists in 2012 and later he won the 55th International Paganini Competition in Genoa\, Italy.\nZhu serves as a Culture Ambassador of the Lin Yao Ji Music Foundation of China and has been featured on ABC Eyewitness News\, BBC Radio 3\, and was the recipient of a 2021 Avery Fisher Career Grant and Salon de Virtuosi Career Grant.\nZhu received his bachelor’s degree from The Juilliard School\, performs professionally and enjoys teaching others of all ages.\n\nCome learn from this incredible violinist! The experience is geared to youth in grades 4-12 who are engaged in Ames Community Schools Orchestra
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/searching-for-stories-through-sound-violinist-kevin-zhu-friends-of-ames-strings-and-ames-town-gown/
LOCATION:Northcrest Community Room\, 2300 Northcrest Pkwy\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Plant Sale Extravaganza - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Members-Only Early Access: Fri.\, May 9\n3 – 4 p.m.: Sustainer and Champion membership levels\n4 – 7 p.m.: All membership levels welcome \nPublic Sale\nSat.\, May 10\, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sun.\, May 11\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nPlants for sale include perennials for sun and shade\, herbs and vegetables\, Iowa natives\, woody plants including trees\, “Quick Turn” shrubs and Buck roses\, container and bedding annuals\, houseplants and other topicals\, hanging baskets and All-American Selection (AAS) winners. \nTypically\, Mother’s Day weekend is the first frost free weekend in central Iowa for planting\, so bring mom and stock up on gems for your home garden. \nPlant Sale Extravaganza supports the Department of Ecology\, Evolution\, & Organismal Biology Graduate Student Organization\, the Graduate Student Horticulture Society\, the ISU Horticulture Club\, Reiman Gardens\, and the Story County Master Gardener Association. All plant purchases directly benefit each group’s programming. \nCredit card\, check\, and cash will all be accepted as payment. No admission fee required to shop at the Plant Sale Extravaganza. \nNo preregistration required.\nPlant Sale Extravaganza will be held rain or shine.\nAs a fundraiser\, all sales are final. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/plant-sale-extravaganza-reiman-gardens/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Exploring Art MAY 2025 - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:May 6 – 27\, 2025\nLocation: Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Ave Ames\, IA 50010\nHunziker Studio Octagon Center for the Arts\, Ames\, IA\nInstructor: Beth Weninger \nDescription: Exploring Art\, ages 18 months – 3 years with an adult partner. \nChildren and their adult partner will explore art together in a relaxed environment. Toddlers will create their own works of art while learning new skills like tearing paper\, gluing\, cutting\, coloring over texture\, painting with different objects\, moving through transitions and imitating art making processes. Activities will focus on age appropriate\, playful\, artistic and sensory materials. Class size limit: 6 adult/child pairs. \nClass size limit: 6 child/adult pairs.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/exploring-art-may-2025-octagon-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:IA
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SUMMARY:Sing the Stars – Ames Chamber Artists
DESCRIPTION:Sun.\, May. 4 – 7:30 p.m. | Fisher Theatre\, Ames\, IA \nA special concert ending at the ISU Fringe Festival with the Cantamus and Lyrica treble ensembles and original theatre and design by ISU performing arts students. \nTo find out more about the Ames Chamber Artists’ upcoming season\, click HERE.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/sing-the-stars-ames-chamber-artists/
LOCATION:IA
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SUMMARY:A Beautiful Noise: songs of sisterhood\, solidarity\, and freedom - Good Company: A Women's Choral Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Join Good Company for an inspiring evening of music celebrating solidarity\, sisterhood\, and freedom! \nThe spring concert\, A Beautiful Noise\, features powerful songs about women supporting each other and using their voices to speak out\, including What’s Keeping You From Singing and A Beautiful Noise by Alicia Keys and Brandi Carlile. \nThey are welcoming a special invitational choir of women and girls from the community to join us on Defying Gravity from Wicked and ABBA’s classic Dancing Queen—two uplifting anthems you won’t want to miss! You’ll come away feeling uplifted\, empowered\, and refreshed. \nAdult tickets are $15 | Children under 12\, Free | Enjoy the livestream for $20. \nGood Company is supported in part by a grant from the Ames Commission on the Arts.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/a-beautiful-noise-songs-of-sisterhood-solidarity-and-freedom-good-company-a-womens-choral-ensemble/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church\, 209 Colorado Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spring of Ames: Inaugural Concert - KHOI Community Radio Fundraising Concert
DESCRIPTION:Spring is nature’s way of saying: Let’s celebrate!  \nOn Sunday\, May 4\, from 2 – 4 p.m.\, KHOI Community Radio FM 89.1 will present the inaugural concert of Spring of Ames\, a tribute to nature’s rebirth and renewal through music. \nKHOI is honored to showcase the award-winning high school and college musicians across Iowa  as they share their extraordinary gift with our community.  All ticket sales proceeds will support KHOI music programming in the air. \nCome\, join us in celebrating this radiant season\, the remarkable artistry of our youth\, and the unifying spirit of our community!
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/spring-of-ames-inaugural-concert-khoi-community-radio-fundraising-concert/
LOCATION:Ames City Auditorium\, 520 6th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="KHOI Community Radio":MAILTO:radio@khoifm.org
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SUMMARY:Magic and Mayhem - Central Iowa Symphony
DESCRIPTION:The Central Iowa Symphony bring their season to a close with an array of magical music\, guaranteed to dazzle and delight. While Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain conjures up scenes of madness and fear\, Dukas Sorcerer’s Apprentice is all about zany fantasy and frantic antics. Of course\, no program about sorcery is complete without a touch of music from Mozart’s beloved Magic Flute. Rounding out the fun\, our featured soloist\, Kevin Judge\, shows off his wizardry on the “clown of the orchestra\,” the bassoon. \nMussorgsky – Night on Bald Mountain\nWeber – Concerto for Bassoon in F Major (Featuring Kevin Judge\, bassoon)\nMozart – Overture to The Magic Flute\nDukas – L’Apprenti sorcier \nOrder tickets here or get tickets at the door. Free admission for all students and children.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/magic-and-mayhem-central-iowa-symphony/
LOCATION:Ames City Auditorium\, 520 6th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Free Organ Recital-Romantic organ music by 9 composers and 6 countries
DESCRIPTION:The Central Iowa American Organ Guild (CIAGO) presents a free concert at St John’s Episcopal Church (2338 Lincoln Way) on Saturday\, May 3\, from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Enjoy Romantic organ music composed by Kristina Arakelyan\, Juliette Folville\, César Franck\, Elisabetta de Gambarini\, Alan Gray\, Kate Loder\, Maria Agata Szymanowska\, Helmut Walcha\, Charles-Marie Widor. \nFor more details contact Stephen at 515-943-1235
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/free-organ-recital-romantic-organ-music-by-9-composers-and-6-countries/
LOCATION:St. John’s Episcopal Church\, 2338 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:KHOI Presents Pieta Brown w/ special guest Bo Ramsey
DESCRIPTION:KHOI presents Pieta Brown w/ Bo Ramsey for their Summer Fundraiser Concert \nFriday May 2 at 7 p.m. – Pieta Brown with special guest Bo Ramsey\, Stephens Auditorium (1900 Center Drive\, Ames. Tickets start at $20. Order tickets and learn more here. \nHailed as a “self-styled poetess\, folk goddess\, and country waif” by the BBC\, Pieta Brown first came to international prominence with the release of her self-titled debut in 2002. Since then she has released multiple highly critically acclaimed albums\, EPs and singles\, with much attention being paid not only to her distinct sound and style\, but also the power of her singing and songwriting\, including fan favorite\, Paradise Outlaw\, which Bon Iver mastermind Justin Vernon has called his “favorite recording made at our studio.” \nBrown has toured worldwide with artists such as John Prine\, Amos Lee\, Brandi Carlisle\, JJ Cale\, Ani Difranco\, Mavis Staples\, and Calexico among others. She has co-written songs with and made guest appearances on albums by Calexico\, Amos Lee\, Howe Gelb\, and Iris Dement. Brown’s most recent album Freeway was co-produced by S. Carey and earned widespread critical acclaim from NPR Music\, Stereogum\, Billboard\, FLOOD\, Paste\, American Songwriter\, Folk Alley\, and Relix. Continually revealing new layers as a songwriter\, singer\, musician\, producer\, visual artist and performer\, Brown is being recognized as a true multi-hyphenate and one of modern Americana’s true gems.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/khoi-presents-pieta-brown-w-special-guest-bo-ramsey/
LOCATION:Stephens Auditorium\, 1900 Center Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T190000
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SUMMARY:Spring Concert and 30th Anniversary Celebration - Ames Youth Choir
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ames Youth Choir for their 30th anniversary concert! Tickets sold at the door. $10/person or $30/family. This concert will feature an alumni choir as well as our usual concert performances from the choirs.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/spring-concert-and-30th-anniversary-celebration-ames-youth-choir/
LOCATION:Bethesda Lutheran Church\, 1517 Northwestern Ave.\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Book of Morman - Stephens Auditorium
DESCRIPTION:The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says\, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says\, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it “Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal.” It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON\, the nine-time Tony Award® -winning Best Musical.   Contains explicit language. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-book-of-morman-stephens-auditorium/
LOCATION:IA
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SUMMARY:Annual Lecture Series: The Bells of Iowa State - Ames History Museum
DESCRIPTION:Annual Lecture Series\nThe Bells of Iowa State: An Enduring Tradition\nAttend in person: Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave.\nAttend online: Register for the Zoom link\nFree and open to the public\nSpeaker: Bob Lindemeyer\, retired ISU Associate Director for Media Development and Stanton Memorial Carillon Foundation past president \nAs Iowa State University marks the Campanile’s historic 125th anniversary\, experience this multi-media history of the Carillon located in this iconic structure. Melodies from this 50-bell instrument are woven into daily life on campus – memorable to students and visitors alike. The program includes a charming video of Jim Wilson telling the story of his composing “Green Hills: The Bells of Iowa State.” \n2025 Lecture Series presented in partnership by Ames History Museum and Ames Public Library. \nMore information about each lecture available on AHM’s website calendar. All lectures will be hybrid – attend in person at Ames Public Library or online via Zoom. Free and open to the public. \nWed.\, April 30\, 2025 – 7 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/annual-lecture-series-the-bells-of-iowa-state-ames-history-museum/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T210000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250220T194522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T194522Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Concert - Ames Choral Society
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Ames Choral Society’s 60th Season! Enjoy past selections and new favorites. Join them at 7 p.m.\, St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church\, 209 Colorado Ave.\, Ames. \nTickets are $15 for adults\, $5 for youth ages 5-12\, and free for those under age 5\, and may be obtained from ACS members\, online at ameschoral.org\, or at the door.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/spring-concert-ames-choral-society/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T143000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250423T060422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T060604Z
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SUMMARY:CIAGO presents: Organ Recital- Music by 10 composers\, 7 countries\, and 2 continents
DESCRIPTION:The Central Iowa American Organ Guild (CIAGO) presents a free concert at St John’s Episcopal Church (2338 Lincoln Way) on Sat.\, April 26\, from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Enjoy organ music by J. S. Bach\, Dietrich Buxtehude\, Bohuslav Cernohorský\, Antonin Dvorak\, Franz Liszt\, Johann Pachelbel\, Jehan Revert\, Heinrich Scheidemann\, Ethyl Smyth\, Johann Gottfried Walther. \nFor more details contact Stephen at 515-943-1235
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/ciago-presents-organ-recital-music-by-10-composers-7-countries-and-2-continents/
LOCATION:St John’s Episcopal Church\, 2338 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250312T215121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T222409Z
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SUMMARY:ISU Department of Music and Theatre: Spring Musicale
DESCRIPTION:The Spring Musicale is scheduled for Saturday\, April 12\, 2025\, at 3:00 pm.   \nThis annual fundraising event will be held at the incredible home of Department community supporter Dennis Wendell. Cost is $50 per attendee.\nEmail musicale@iastate.edu for more information or to reserve seats.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/isu-department-of-music-and-theatre-spring-musicale/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T213000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250312T195749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T200056Z
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SUMMARY:Ames Town & Gown: Zhenni Li-Cohen\, solo piano
DESCRIPTION:Zhenni Li-Cohen has been hailed as “a magnetic pianist — with fire and poetry” (author/music critic David Dubal)\, “an artist … who fascinates even as she provokes”  (Gramophone Magazine)\, and “a thrillingly good pianist” (The New Yorker). \nMs. Li-Cohen dazzled a Town & Gown audience when she appeared with the Merz Trio several years ago. Her solo recital will bring riches from different cultures\, reflecting her amazing life story\, broad interests\, and talents. \nPROGRAM \n\nBach/Busoni Chaconne\nScriabin Prelude and Nocturne for the Left Hand\, Op.9\nTraditional\, arr. Jianzhong Wang Hundred Birds Honoring the Phoenix Queen\nSergei Bortkiewicz Preludes from Album “A Letter”\nSergei Rachmaninoff Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFollowing the concert\, you will have the opportunity to meet the artist at a reception in the lobby. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nVideo\nLearn more about the artist at www.zhennili.com
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/ames-town-and-gown-zhenni-li-cohen-solo-piano/
LOCATION:Simon Estes Music Hall\, 2427 Union Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T190000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250220T194321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T194142Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Soirée - ISU Department of Music and Theatre
DESCRIPTION:ISU MUSIC AND THEATRE’s FRIDAY SOIRÉE takes place Fri.\, April 11 from 5 – 7 pm in the Memorial Union’s Maintenance Shop. A soiree is “an evening gathering for conversation\, performance\, and music.” Join Music and Theatre faculty\, staff\, and students in this time of fellowship and informal performance opportunity. The event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/friday-soiree-isu-department-of-music-and-theatre/
LOCATION:ISU Memorial Union-Maintenance Shop\, 2229 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T100000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250220T193922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T193922Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Art APRIL 2025 - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:April 8 – 29\, 2025\nLocation: Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Ave Ames\, IA 50010\nHunziker Studio Octagon Center for the Arts\, Ames\, IA\nInstructor: Beth Weninger \nDescription: Exploring Art\, ages 18 months – 3 years with an adult partner. \nChildren and their adult partner will explore art together in a relaxed environment. Toddlers will create their own works of art while learning new skills like tearing paper\, gluing\, cutting\, coloring over texture\, painting with different objects\, moving through transitions and imitating art making processes. Activities will focus on age appropriate\, playful\, artistic and sensory materials. Class size limit: 6 adult/child pairs. \nOther Exploring Art Classes are available with separate registration:\nMay 6 – 27\, 2025 \nClass size limit: 6 child/adult pairs.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/exploring-art-april-2025-octagon-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T183000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250312T192717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T192812Z
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SUMMARY:ISU Chamber Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Savor classical sounds from the Symphony Orchestra! \nA. Vivaldi – “Four Seasons” \nAdmission is $5. Tickets can be purchased at the door prior to the performance. \nThis concert will have a livestream: https://www.music.iastate.edu/recital-hall-livestream
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/isu-chamber-orchestra/
LOCATION:Simon Estes Music Hall\, 2427 Union Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250227T224305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T224305Z
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SUMMARY:Encaustic Collage Workshop w/ Maureen Burke - The Workspace
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use encaustic medium (beeswax and natural tree resin) to collage on a hot palette. They will have a variety of papers and other ephemera to experiment with but encourage participants to bring some of their own. They will also use encaustic paint to make one-of-a-kind prints on paper that can then be framed or incorporated into a collage. \nOpen to ages 18+. All supplies are included in the class fee. \nWednesday and Thursday\, April 2 and 3 from 6 – 8pm \nInstructor: Maureen Burke \nISU $40/Public $50
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/encaustic-collage-workshop-w-maureen-burke-the-workspace/
LOCATION:The Workspace\, The Workspace Iowa State Memorial Union 2229 Lincoln Way Ames\, IA 50014
ORGANIZER;CN="The Workspace":MAILTO:workspace@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250312T191435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T191435Z
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SUMMARY:29th International Festival of Women Composers
DESCRIPTION:Iowa State University celebrates the 29th International Festival of Women Composers. For more information\, contact Dr. Miriam Zach\, Founder/Creative Director of the Festival: minerva@iastate.edu. Hear soloists and groups perform works by women. \nThis concert will have a live stream. 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/29th-international-festival-of-women-composers/
LOCATION:Simon Estes Music Hall\, 2427 Union Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T190000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250312T190511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T190511Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Soiree
DESCRIPTION:Join the fun on Friday\, March 28 from 5-7 pm in the Memorial Union’s Maintenance Shop for ISU MUSIC AND THEATRE’s FRIDAY SOIRÉE! \nA soirée is “an evening gathering for conversation\, performance\, and music.” Join Music and Theatre faculty\, staff\, and students in this time of fellowship and informal performance opportunity.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/friday-soiree/
LOCATION:ISU Memorial Union-Maintenance Shop\, 2229 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T213000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250227T205345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T205345Z
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SUMMARY:Cyclone Cinema Presents: A Complete Unknown
DESCRIPTION:New York\, 1961. An unknown 19-year-old named Bob Dylan arrives with his revolutionary talent. He forges relationships with music icons of Greenwich Village on his meteoric rise\, culminating in a performance that reverberates worldwide. \nR 2hr 21min \nAll Cyclone Cinema showings start at 7:00pm. *Sunday film screenings will be in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as long as the request is made to the staff before the movie starts.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/cyclone-cinema-presents-a-complete-unknown/
LOCATION:Carver Hall\, Room 0101\, 411 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA 50011\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250227T223800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T223800Z
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SUMMARY:Gemstone Earrings Workshop w/ Terrie Hoefer - The Workspace
DESCRIPTION:Learn beginner metalsmithing while making a pair of beaded\, sterling silver earrings. Choose from aventurine\, sodalite\, magnesite\, and red jasper gemstones. Leave class with the skills to fill your jewelry box with custom earrings. \nOpen to ages 18+. All supplies included in class fee. \nWednesday\, March 26 from 6 – 9pm \nISU $28/Public $38
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/gemstone-earrings-workshop-w-terrie-hoefer-the-workspace/
LOCATION:The Workspace\, The Workspace Iowa State Memorial Union 2229 Lincoln Way Ames\, IA 50014
ORGANIZER;CN="The Workspace":MAILTO:workspace@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260730T063140
CREATED:20250220T193651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T193651Z
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SUMMARY:Dirty Dancing In Concert
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to have the time of your life!\nDirty Dancing in Concert will play for the first time at Stephens Auditorium\, managed by VenuWorks\, on Sat\, March 29\, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday\, Nov 15 at 11:00 a.m. at the Stephens Ticket Office or at ticketmaster.com. \nGuests attending Dirty Dancing in Concert will have an unparalleled and unforgettable experience as they revisit the classic love story of Baby and Johnny. The live-to-film concert experience includes a screening of the digitally remastered movie while the band and vocalists play the hit songs live and in time with the movie. Stay for the incredible after-party\, where the audience is encouraged to sing and dance to favorite songs featured in “Dirty Dancing” while being taken back to their best memories. \n“We are excited to bring this live-to-film concert experience to Stephens\,” said Tammy Koolbeck\, Stephens Auditorium’s Executive Director.  “Dirty Dancing in Concert is a perfect way to introduce this format to our audiences.  It’s a classic film with a well-known and loved soundtrack.” \nAs a timeless classic\, “Dirty Dancing” is a story of summertime romance with a beloved soundtrack and memorable dancing scenes. When the film was released in 1987\, it became an international box office phenomenon. It was directed by Emile Ardolino\, written by Eleanor Bergstein\, produced by Linda Gottlieb\, and starred Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey in their most well-known roles\, alongside Jerry Orbach and Cynthia Rhodes. The soundtrack generated two multi-platinum albums and numerous singles\, including the Academy Award®-winning Best Original Song “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life”. With a global box office total of over $214 million\, “Dirty Dancing” won over audiences all around the world. \nSet in the summer of 1963\, Baby Houseman (Jennifer Grey) and her family vacation to the beautiful Catskills resort\, Kellerman’s. Intrigued by the staff’s dance instructor\, Johnny Castle (Patrick Swayze)\, and the vastly different lifestyle of others\, Baby finds herself learning to dance while having the time of her life and falling in love. It is a summer she’ll never forget. \nYou can learn  more about Dirty Dancing in Concert at DirtyDancingInConcert.com
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/dirty-dancing-in-concert/
LOCATION:IA
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